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Tag: clouds

Infinite hope

November 24, 2017November 24, 2017 ~ Tara R. ~ 5 Comments

“We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In the clouds

foggy pier
February 19, 2014February 22, 2014 ~ Tara R. ~ 6 Comments

In my dream there is no when or where, only now. I can't discern any orienting landmarks, save for the pier jutting out into nothingness. There is no sound, no birdsong, no lapping waves, not even the rush of blood coursing through my veins. Light seems to come from every direction and none. It merely … Continue reading In the clouds

Pirouette

twin clouds
December 12, 2013December 12, 2013 ~ Tara R. ~ 9 Comments

Stretched out on the cool grass, arms pillowed behind my head, I watch the clouds dancing by, imagining those two are us. Our feet moving together in time to our song, waltzing silently over the surface of the water. I can feel your fingertips pressing gently into the small of my back, guiding me in … Continue reading Pirouette

Rain down

October 10, 2013March 1, 2018 ~ Tara R. ~ 8 Comments

Your love makes me whole Dries my tears and gives me hope Happiness rains down on me Your light finds my darkness And chases it away Fear can't hide Where there are no shadows

Hurry up and wait

August 3, 2013January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 17 Comments

It rained Saturday... I know! I wanted to meander through the roses and camellias at Eden Gardens State Park, but the rain began shortly after I began my hike. I followed a hurried walk to my car, with my camera safely tucked under my shirt, with a lengthy wait inside, hoping the clouds would part. They … Continue reading Hurry up and wait

Fly like an eagle

November 1, 2012January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 6 Comments

Animals play an significant part in Celtic mythology. The raven is often seen as harbingers of war and death. In Irish folklore, Warrior Goddess Morrighan would take the shape of a raven, and mete out who would be triumphant on the field of battle, and who would be carried off on his shield. Eagles, associated … Continue reading Fly like an eagle

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